East Toowoomba, Queensland facts for kids

Quick facts for kids East Toowoomba Toowoomba, Queensland
Mothers' Memorial Park
East Toowoomba Location in Queensland
Population	5,953 (2021 census)
• Density	1,488/km2 (3,850/sq mi)
Postcode(s)	4350
Area	4.0 km2 (1.5 sq mi)
Time zone	AEST (UTC+10:00)
Location	1.5 km (1 mi) E of Toowoomba CBD 125 km (78 mi) W of Brisbane
LGA(s)	Toowoomba Region
State electorate(s)	Toowoomba North
Federal Division(s)	Groom
Suburbs around East Toowoomba: North Toowoomba Mount Lofty Prince Henry Heights Toowoomba City East Toowoomba Redwood South Toowoomba Rangeville Rangeville

East Toowoomba is a lively neighbourhood in Toowoomba, Queensland, Australia. It's a great place to live with lots of homes and green spaces. In 2021, about 5,953 people called East Toowoomba home. It's known for its beautiful parks and important schools.

Where is East Toowoomba?

East Toowoomba is located very close to the centre of Toowoomba. It's only about 1.5 kilometres (less than a mile) away by road. The main Warrego Highway runs through the eastern and southern parts of the suburb. This makes it easy to travel to and from East Toowoomba.

A Look Back at East Toowoomba's History

East Toowoomba has a rich history, especially when it comes to schools. Many important schools opened here a long time ago.

Early Schools in East Toowoomba

Toowoomba East State School, around 1890

• Toowoomba Grammar School was one of the first schools to open. It welcomed its first students on 1 February 1877.
• Toowoomba East State School started teaching children on 17 January 1887. It's still a big primary school today.
• The Toowoomba Preparatory School opened on 31 January 1911. Today, it is known as Toowoomba Anglican College.

Fairholme College's Journey

Holy Angels School, 1932

Fairholme College is another famous school in East Toowoomba. It officially opened here on 1 July 1917. Before that, it started as Spreydon College in 1908 in a different area called Newtown. The school moved to East Toowoomba in 1917 and became known as Fairholme College. The name became official in 1978.

Mater Dei Catholic Primary School

The Holy Angels Catholic School began on 9 September 1917. A special ceremony was held to lay its foundation stone. The school officially opened on 28 January 1918. It was run by the Sisters of the Good Samaritan. In 1955, its name changed to Mater Dei Catholic Primary School.

Who Lives in East Toowoomba?

In 2021, the population of East Toowoomba was 5,953 people. Most people living here were born in Australia. English is the main language spoken at home. People in East Toowoomba have many different backgrounds and beliefs.

Important Buildings and Places

East Toowoomba has many buildings and places that are important to its history. These are called "heritage-listed" sites. They are protected because they tell us about the past.

• Toowoomba East State School: An old and important school building.
• Queens Park: A very large and beautiful park.
• Toowoomba Grammar School: The historic buildings of the grammar school.
• Bishop's House: A significant old house.
• Old Toowoomba Court House: Where legal matters were handled long ago.
• Toowoomba Technical College: An old college building.

Schools and Learning in East Toowoomba

East Toowoomba is home to several well-known schools, offering education from primary to secondary levels.

Toowoomba Grammar School, 1994

• Toowoomba East State School is a government primary school. It teaches students from Prep to Year 6. In 2018, it had 859 students.
• Mater Dei Primary School is a Catholic primary school. It also teaches students from Prep to Year 6. In 2018, it had 438 students.
• Toowoomba Grammar School is a private school for boys. It offers education from Prep all the way to Year 12. In 2018, 1176 boys attended this school.
• Fairholme College is a private school for girls. It teaches girls from Prep to Year 12. In 2018, 686 girls were enrolled here.
• Toowoomba Anglican College is a private school for both boys and girls. It teaches students from Prep to Year 11. In 2018, it had 520 students.

The suburb also has the main campus of the Southern Queensland Institute of TAFE. This is a place where older students can learn practical skills for jobs.

Fun Things to Do and See

East Toowoomba has many great places for sports, health, and fun!

• Clive Berghofer Stadium: This stadium is mainly used for rugby league games. It's also the home ground for the South West Queensland Thunder FC soccer team.
• St Vincent's Hospital: This is a private hospital that has been helping people since 1922.
• Queens Park and Botanical Gardens: This is a huge, beautiful park established in 1869. It's a central spot for the Carnival of the Flowers (Toowoomba). You can enjoy food, wine, and carnival rides here. It's also the end point for the famous Carnival Parade.
• Cobb & Co Museum: This museum is a fantastic place to learn about Queensland's history. It has amazing exhibits, including old horse-drawn carriages.